Project Gender And Social Development Specialist - Tcap [open To Internal And External Applicants]
UN Women
Funafuti, Tuvalu
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Master's degree in social sciences or gender studies
5+ years experience in gender mainstreaming
Climate change adaptation project experience
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UN Women is seeking a Project Gender and Social Development Specialist for the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project, aimed at enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts. The role requires expertise in gender equality and social inclusion, specifically in relation to climate adaptation initiatives, and involves working collaboratively with various stakeholders.
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Job Summary
The role focuses on reducing vulnerability to climate impacts through the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project Phase 3 (TCAP 1B).
The specialist will update gender and social analyses, develop action plans, and ensure inclusive participation for women and vulnerable groups.
Candidates must lead social safeguards integration and provide technical inputs to government stakeholders for policy alignment.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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UN Women is seeking a Project Gender and Social Development Specialist for the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project, aimed at enhancing community resilience to climate change impacts. The role requires expertise in gender equality and social inclusion, specifically in relation to climate adaptation initiatives, and involves working collaboratively with various stakeholders.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's degree in Social Sciences or Gender Studies
5+ years experience in gender mainstreaming
Climate change adaptation project experience
ESIA/ESMP social safeguards leadership
Grievance Redress Mechanism implementation
Nice-to-have
Experience with DFAT/MFAT funded projects
Pacific region cultural sensitivity
Capacity building training delivery
Policy paper drafting skills
Tuvaluan language knowledge
Key Requirements
Advanced university degree (Master's) required
Minimum 5 years relevant development sector experience